These are the most affordable up-and-coming counties in America
The rising cost of real estate has challenged many homebuyers in recent years. A 2021 survey found that about half of Americans (49%) considered the affordability of housing …
Internet Explorer has died & someone had a headstone made
Internet Explorer, the love-to-hate web browser from Microsoft, has died. Explorer was 26. In a move to focus on its faster browser, Microsoft Edge, Microsoft ended …
Could an I bond protect your portfolio from inflation?
As inflation rates rise, consumers are struggling to find room in the budget for rising costs. But inflation has been good for the performance of Series I …
The cool new way your Ben & Jerry’s ice cream could help the climate
Do cows eat seaweed? On a Ben & Jerry’s dairy farm, yes. In May, the popular ice cream maker announced that they’ll be putting their cattle …
3 easy ways music lovers can save big on summer concerts
With the third pandemic summer just around the corner, music fans are gearing up for the return of concerts and music festivals. And according to the …
Internet Explorer is dead & someone commissioned a headstone
Internet Explorer, the love-to-hate web browser from Microsoft, has died. Explorer was 26. In a move to focus on its faster browser, Microsoft Edge, Microsoft ended …
3 great smart TVs for outdoor watching
In recent years, smart home living has expanded outside the home. It has become easier to set up and manage outdoor living thanks to the expansion …
LGBTQ+ couples still can’t adopt in these countries
In many countries, it is still illegal for members of the LGBTQ+ community to adopt and foster children. The following map uses data from the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans …
22 ways high inflation could impact your next money moves
Inflation is making almost everything more expensive, including buying and selling a home.Skyrocketing home values give sellers a lot of options. Competition is so high that …
The shocking financial hurdles LGBTQ+ Americans face
In recent years, research has revealed a significant disparity in the financial well-being of LGBTQ+ adults compared to the general population, particularly among transgender people and …
A little nostalgia for all you ‘Guitar Hero’ fans out there
A long, long time ago, music/rhythm games were simple products, whether you were matching up beats in Amplitude, or trying to keep from “rappin’ awful” in Parappa …
Elvis Presley once flew to Denver for this 8,000 calorie sandwich
Was Elvis Presley even human? He was impossibly talented, almost fatally handsome, and boy, could he dance. Yet, Elvis had another talent that seemed to be …
Love cats? Thank the Vikings
Danger! Danger! Vikings ahead! This time they’ve brought small furry creatures that look quite condescending! Vikings are often portrayed as bloodthirsty, violent barbarians in literature and …
The most patriotic cities & towns in America
As a nation, it’s important to commemorate those who have dedicated their lives to the defense of their fellow citizens. From California to the New York …
Most Americans are (begrudgingly) back in the office
As society is gradually moving away from pandemic restrictions and protective measures, companies in the United States and internationally are, some more gently than others, …
This may be the perfect console for aging gamers
When I saw the initial teaser announcement for the Nintendo Switch, my immediate thought was that Nintendo had simply conceded the field to Sony and …
Here’s how much that dream exotic car will cost you
You’ve probably imagined yourself behind the wheel of a Lamborghini, cruising in a Maserati, or putting the pedal to the metal in a red Ferrari. Exotic …
Don’t be fooled by these scammers pretending to be the feds
Government impostor scams decreased in 2021 after peaking during the pandemic, but scam victims still lost twice as much money that year to fake government agents, …
These vintage booze ads are nostalgic summer fun
Though it’s been shorts-and-short-sleeves weather for a good few weeks already, this weekend we finally reach the officially decreed beginning of of summer. It’s time …
These lemony sweet rolls belong on your summer breakfast table
Move over, cinnamon rolls. There is a new queen of the breakfast table, and this lemon roll is as light and fresh as a summer …
7-Up used to contain this common antidepressant
During the 20th century, most soft drinks in America were boosted with something other than sugar. We all know Coca-Cola started with a dash of cocaine …
Travel for free with these must-try hacks
If you’re like us, the chances are that you’re wondering if we will ever get to travel again! The masked trips to grocery stores, friends’ houses, …
Yes, this lion has bangs & no one knows how it happened
You know how magnificent the male lion can be. “The King of the Jungle” owes much of its prowess to its sleek, golden mane — kind …
America’s most dangerous highways for summer travelers
Summer is usually the perfect opportunity to go on a long drive with the windows down and the radio on. With COVID-19 still surging in the …
14 creative foods to throw on the grill this summer
Cooking outdoors is one of the greatest pleasures of the summer season. If you regularly grill out, you’re probably already familiar with standby foods to grill …
Remember the world’s fastest talker from those TV ads?
Kids of the ’80s may not know his name, but they will definitely remember his voice. John Moschitta, Jr., was the mustachioed man who pitched toy trains, …
These Americans are suffering paycuts as inflation soars
Despite the Fed’s most aggressive interest rate hike since 2000, consumer prices continued to surge in May, adding to fears that inflation may be out …
Woman visits subway daily just to hear her late husband’s voice
Dr. Margaret McCollum spends a lot of time at the Embankment Tube Station in London. She doesn’t wait for any train in particular. She just sits on the …
How Biden’s push for new building codes could impact your home
In early June, the Biden administration announced a National Initiative to Advance Building Codes to encourage state and local governments to enforce modern building codes when constructing …